Liverpool has been revealed as the host location for the 19th
International Congress of Entomology (ICE) in 2033.
It will be the first time the event – the largest
international gathering of entomologists – will be held in the UK since 1964.
Organised by The Royal Entomological Society (RES), which will
mark its 200th anniversary in 2033, ICE brings together the world’s insect
science community to share the latest research every four years.
Liverpool was selected following a competitive international
bidding process, recognising the city’s scientific strengths, conference
infrastructure and strong institutional partnerships.
The event, expected to attract over 5,000 scientists, researchers
and policymakers from fields including biodiversity, agriculture, health,
vector-borne disease and climate science, will take place at the Liverpool
Experience Campus.
Natalie Wyatt, managing director of the Liverpool City
Region Destination Partnership, said: “Liverpool has a strong track record of
delivering major scientific events and regularly hosts large international
meetings, including Ento24, the Royal Entomological Society’s flagship conference.
Liverpool city region’s venues and research institutes offer the scale,
expertise and flexibility required to host a congress of ICE’s size and
international reach. We look forward to welcoming delegates to Liverpool in 2033.”
“ICE 2033 will bring together the global entomology
community at a time when insect science is vital for food security,
biodiversity, and both human and animal health,” said RES chief executive Simon
Ward.
“Liverpool will provide the collaborative environment
essential to deliver a world-class congress and we look forward to welcoming
international delegates and colleagues to the UK.”
